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A range of projects for the reader to draw, from simple still lifes and full-blown landscape compositions to individual portraits. Beginning with the basics of mark-making, learn how to create sensational artworks in easy steps. Chapter topics include marks and materials, line drawing, tonal drawing, observation in drawing, proportion and perspective, composition, interiors, around the house and exteriors, and drawing a local scene.
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Look Closer, Draw Better is a step-by-step technique book based on observational drawing by a noted American artist and author-written for advanced beginners and up, offering techniques in graphite, charcoal, ink, and watercolour wash. Are you looking to make a leap in the quality of your artwork? Are you looking for new perspectives on the art of drawing? Or maybe you want to bring more poetry and presence to your work. Look Closer, Draw Better will...
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Improve your bullet journals, to-do lists, class notes, and everything in between with The Art of Visual Notetaking and its unique approach to taking notes in the twenty-first century.
Visual notetaking is the perfect skill for journaling, class lectures, conferences, and any other time that retaining information is key. Also referred to as sketchnoting, visual notetaking is ideal for documenting processes, planning projects,...
Visual notetaking is the perfect skill for journaling, class lectures, conferences, and any other time that retaining information is key. Also referred to as sketchnoting, visual notetaking is ideal for documenting processes, planning projects,...
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It is as mundane as it is astounding: placed in the right way, a couple of lines on paper create three-dimensional space. To be more exact, the illusion of space. The interest in three-dimensional drawing may initially arise from the intention to depict visible reality. However, the creation of depth is a fascinating challenge in every artistic composition. In this volume, Peter Boerboom and Tim Proetel have arranged, commented on, and with a guiding...
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An accessible guidebook designed to teach and inspire, Art Starts with a Line offers everything you need to master the art of line drawing, whether the goal is to draw for fun or to illustrate an original masterpiece!
Line drawing involves using a combination of fine lines and bold strokes to create artwork of any kind-from basic folk art to more sophisticated illustrations. This form of art requires minimal tools, making it both affordable and portable....
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In this groundbreaking book, Barrington Barber teaches two connected skills: drawing techniques and relaxation. He demonstrates, through a series of specially crafted exercises, how drawing is a calm, focused activity that can improve concentration and reduce stress, while teaching people to observe and enjoy their surroundings.
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If you are like us and simply can't get enough of the wild creatures that inhabit this unique biome, then you're in luck! Whether you are a seasoned artist or have never picked up a coloring pen outside of school, this book will cover how to draw different savanna animals realistically. This book includes 14 detailed step-by-step drawing tutorials for a range of animals from the savanna, suitable for both beginners and advanced artists. Along with...
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With Drawing: Manga, develop drawing and storytelling skills to create your own manga book!
In Drawing: Manga, accomplished artist Jeannie Lee shares her artistic insights and techniques for creating captivating manga artwork and stories. From information on character and story development to an exploration of shading and coloring techniques, the book covers all you need to know to become a master of manga. Each step-by-step project featuring specific...
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This action packed volume brings together a whole range of fantasy art projects, from the nearly human to the downright monstrous. Steve Beaumont's two successful fantasy art titles, How to Draw Fantasy Art and How to Draw Fantasy Worlds, are brought together into one bumper volume. Projects range from a demonic seductress to a howling werewolf, a winged warrior and a rock and roll vampire. Throughout the book fantasy artist Steve Beaumont provides...
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Finding suitable subjects to draw can be a problem for artists who want to practice their skills. Barrington Barber takes a selection of 50 subjects and explores their possibilities. Five steps are given for each subject. The user is then invited to create their own drawing, using the steps as guides. The exercises in this book are progressive and have been designed to develop the skills of inexperienced artists. The Complete Book of Drawing Projects...
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This fully illustrated user-friendly guide by best-selling artist Barrington Barber reveals the skills required to meet the demands of drawing with a range of media. It demonstrates how we can develop our artistic abilities and respond to the world around us in a creative and absorbing way.
• A step-by-step approach teaches techniques in handling coloured pencil, crayon, pastel, ink and watercolour
• The essential skills required to record a...
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In her follow-up to “Chibi Art Class”, renowned Instagram artist Yoai is back to teach you how to draw the popular Japanese style of anime and manga like a pro.
In “Anime Art Class”, you will learn how to draw Yoai's signature cute characters, from their bodies and facial features to their dreamy eyes, trendy clothes and accessories, and fun hair.
The 20 tutorials, with simple step-by-step illustrations and instructions, guide you from drawing...
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Create your own chibi world with fun and adorable step-by-step drawing exercises, including over 60 fantasy creatures and characters featuring different accessories, clothing, facial expressions, and poses.
These fantasy creatures and animals will make you squeal with delight! Chibi is Japanese slang for "short," and the characters in “Cute Chibi Mythical Beasts & Magical Monsters” live up to this description with their cute roly-poly bodies...
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In this practical guide, Barrington Barber reveals the skills required to meet the demands of drawing in colour using a range of media, from coloured pencil and pastel to ink and watercolour.
With the author's customary blend of expertise and encouragement, providing examples and exercises at every stage, The Fundamentals of Drawing in Colour takes aspiring artists step-by-step, teaching them to observe, compose and record a variety of subjects....
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"Notes on Mechanical Drawing" presents the outline of a four-year course for the instruction of technical drawing and drafting, designed for the use of mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering students. Profusely illustrated and easy-to-digest, this volume contains information on all aspects of mechanic drafting and would make for a fantastic introduction to the subject.
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Presented in this volume is an accessible and comprehensive guide to pen and ink drawing, with step-by-step instructions, handy tips, information on common problems, and much more. Pen and ink drawing is a tricky skill to master, but with this volume the aspiring artist will have all the information they need to get on the right track.
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Learn how to letter and create fun, adorable illustrations featuring everyday objects in this step-by-step guide-with tips and tricks to kickstart your creative journey.
In this effervescent approach to art instruction, artist Jesi Rodgers opens up her tool kit, sharing techniques, inspiration, and encouragement to teach the creatively curious how to draw and paint adorable projects. Adorable Art Class explores Jesi's quirky, bright, and captivating...
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If you have ever wanted to learn to draw but lacked the confidence to start, then this is the book for you.
An accomplished artist with many years of experience in teaching, author Carole Massey will have even the most hesitant of beginners picking up the skills and techniques needed to start drawing. The book is a complete drawing course, designed to help you progress from simple techniques such as lines, circles, squares, and ellipses, through...
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Vous ne savez pas dessiner ? Laissez Betty Edwards vous prouver le contraire !
Grâce à sa méthode, qui a déjà convaincu plus de 3 millions de dessinateurs dans le monde, vous apprendrez rapidement et efficacement à dessiner.
Avec ce nouvel ouvrage de référence, l'auteure complète la méthode présentée dans Dessiner grâce au cerveau droit. Elle révèle l'influence de la dominance oculaire sur les capacités de perception et de création...
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